BETHEL EQUIP

Bethel Equip exists to equip believers in biblical and theological studies, practical ministry training, and leadership development in order to make disciples and develop leaders capable of advancing god’s kingdom. Bethel Equip includes Be1 Discipleship Training, Bethel School of Discipleship, and Bethel Leadership Institute.




Be1 DISCIPLESHIP TRAINING




Be1 Discipleship Training is the next step for everyone as we look to grow in their faith and help others do the same. Through three short classes, you’ll learn how to share your faith, disciple others, and start a Life Group.

Be1 is a requirement for leading a Life Group.

We offer the training several times a year. Check the event page for upcoming sessions or fill out this form to let us know when you’re ready to participate!


BETHEL SCHOOL OF DISCIPLESHIP


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Bethel School of Discipleship (BSD) exists to strengthen your faith and equip you to make disciples. BSD courses are offered in three independent tracks: Personal Growth, Ministry, and Bible.

There are no prerequisites to enroll in the tracks.

At present, weekly discussion meetings are held in-person at Bethel.



BSD Education Track Material


Personal Growth

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SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY

This mini-course concisely covers the nature of God, Christology, and Pneumatology. This course is taught under the premise that a deeper understanding of who God is shapes the way we live.

Instructor – Ps. Bruce Fidler

Week 1 - God Week 2 - Jesus Christ Week 3 - Holy Spirit

LIFE OF FAITH

This course examines the biblical teaching on faith from various perspectives: salvation by faith, the gift of faith, and the fruit of faith. Students will be encouraged to live, persevere, and act in faith.

Instructor – Ps. David Houston (Course Summary with Audio and Notes)

Week 1 - Foundation of Faith Week 2 - The Need for Faith Week 3 - Miraculous Faith Week 4 - Faith-fullness

PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION

This course examines the major principles and elements that help produce God-honoring transformation in a believer’s life. Students will be guided on how to practically apply those principles and cooperate with the Holy Spirit in the sanctification process.

Instructor – Dan Stolldorf (Course Summary with Audio and Notes)

Week 1 - Conversion: Dead to Self & Alive to God Week 2 - Hatred for Sin & Transformation of the Mind Week 3 - Roots & Change Week 4 - Restoring Relational Damage

SPIRITUAL GIFTS

This course seeks to help students increase their understanding and dependency of the person and ministry of the Holy Spirit and his gifts. Students are introduced to different spiritual gifts and their functions and expression in the church.

Instructor – Ps. Delvin Pikes (Course Summary with Audio and Notes)

 

Week 1 - Baptism in the Holy Spirit Week 2 - Grace and Various Gifts Week 3 - 1st Corinthians 12:8-10 Week 4 - Ministering Spiritual Gifts

Ministry

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Ministry Track Course Descriptions




DISCIPLESHIP

This course equips students to become effective in helping others follow Jesus by cultivating a lifestyle of discipleship. Students will be trained in how to establish new believers in the faith, equip them to reach others, and empower them to make disciples.

Instructor – Ps. Carol Fidler

Week 1 - What is Discipleship? Week 2 - Engage & Establish, Part 1 Week 3 - Engage & Establish, Part 2 Week 4 - Engage & Establish, Part 3

EVANGELISM

This course motivates and equips believers to share the gospel with the unreached. Students will gain greater compassion for the lost, passion for the Great Commission, and skills in the use of various methods and strategies for evangelism.

Instructor – Ps. Phillip Steele

Week 1 - Introduction: The Biblical Basis for Evangelism Week 2 - Metanarrative and Gospel Explanation Week 3 - S.A.L.T. and The God Test Side B Week 4 - The God Test Side A and One2One Booklet

SERVANT LEADERSHIP

This course will help students grow in their leadership capacity and ability by focusing on the Bible’s view of leadership. Special attention is given to the character and competencies of a leader and on some foundational principles of leadership.

Instructor – Ps. Carlos Antonio (Course Summary with Audio and Notes)

Week 1 - Servant Leadership Week 2 - Identification & Instruction Week 3 - Impartation & Internship Week 4 - The Character of a Leader

LIFE GROUPS

This course will equip students to successfully start and lead a small discipleship group centered on Jesus. Biblical principles and practical guidance for small group ministry will be taught with the goal of starting a new Life Group.

Instructor – Jessica Lee (Course Summary with Audio and Notes)

Week 1 - Introduction Week 2 - Leading a Life Group Week 3 - Life Group Components

Bible

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Bible Track Course Descriptions




Metanarrative

This course is a brief overview of the great story of God and his purpose for humanity. This story consists primarily of four major elements: God’s creation of the world and humanity, humanity’s rebellion against God, God’s unfolding plan of redemption to restore his creation, and God’s consummation of his redemptive plan.

Instructor – Ps. Bruce Fidler

Week 1 - Creation & Rebellion Week 2 - Abraham, Israel & the Law Week 3 - David, Solomon, & The Prophets Week 4 - Jesus and The Church

Old Testament Survey

This course provides a general overview of the Old Testament by reviewing the main content of each book and its contribution to the overarching plan of salvation. Students will develop a greater understanding and appreciation of the revelation of God in the Old Testament and its relevance in the overall story of God’s plan.

Instructor – Krishon Henderson

Week 1 - Pentateuch Week 2 - History Books, Part I Week 3 - History Books & Wisdom Literature Week 4 - Wisdom Literature & Prophets

New Testament Survey

This course looks at the main content, historical background, and theological ideas emphasized in each book of the New Testament. A greater understanding of the New Testament will allow students to apply it to their lives more effectively.

Instructor – Ps. Phillip Steele

Week 1 - Synoptic Gospels and Acts Week 2 - Pauline Epistles Week 3 - Pauline Epistles & General Epistles Week 4 - Johannine Literature


Please read the BSD information below before registering.


Upcoming Track: Personal Growth
Semester Dates: January 12  – May 4, 2026
Classes are held at Bethel on Sundays from 10:30AM – 11:30AM





If you have any questions, please email bethelequip@bethelworld.org.



BETHEL LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE



Bethel Leadership Institute is a two-year program of Every Nation’s Leadership 215 courses in biblical and theological studies which will establish your theological foundations and prepare you for greater spiritual leadership.


Students can be admitted at the beginning of any semester.

  • Next Semester: January – May 2026
  • Application Deadline: January 7, 2026
  • Semester Dates: January 14  – May 20, 2026








2026-2027 Schedule:

Jan-May, 2026
Leadership
Spirit-Empowered Churches
Gospel and Evangelism

August – November, 2026
Introduction to Every Nation
Old Testament Survey
New Testament Survey

Jan -May 2027
Church History
Hermeneutics
Systematic Theology 1

August – November, 2027
Systematic Theology 2
Homiletics
Systematic Theology 3


Additional Information

Coursework

  • Students do coursework online: lectures, quizzes, and reflection questions.
  • Coursework requires 2.5 hours per week.

Discussion

  • Students engage in weekly classroom discussion with teachers.
  • Meetings are held Tuesdays, 6:30 – 7:30 PM.
  • Most meetings will be via Google Meet. Some classes are held in-person.

Honors

  • The optional Honors program involves additional coursework.
  • Weekly reading and writing requires an additional 2.5 hours per week.
  • A final exam, term paper, or term project is also required per course.

Fees and Expenses

    • Tuition: $150 per semester.
    • Discounts for Bethel and Every Nation staff.
    • $50 discount per semester for seniors, students, single parents with children in the home, and spouses of students who enroll at the full fee.


SUPPLEMENTAL TEACHING



Periodically we host seminars and supply teachings on a variety of topics that supplement Be1, BSD, and BLI programs to help you minister effectively.

Spiritual Disciplines

SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES

This course explores the reasons, benefits, and practice of the spiritual disciplines and expands on the disciplines of prayer, the study of Scripture, and worship. Students will develop their spiritual lives as they integrate biblical teaching on each topic with practical application.

Instructor – Dr. Rene Rochester (Course Summary with Audio and Notes)

 

Week 1 - Introduction Week 2 - God's Word Week 3 - Prayer Week 4 - Lifestyle of Worship

Systematic Theology

SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY

This mini-course concisely covers the nature of God, Christology, and Pneumatology. This course is taught under the premise that a deeper understanding of who God is shapes the way we live.

Instructor – Ps. Bruce Fidler

Week 4 - Humanity, Sin, Salvation Week 5 - The Church Week 6 - Eschatology

Introduction to Every Nation




The course teaches the mission, values, and culture of Every Nation. It aims to provide you with a greater understanding of the heart of Every Nation.

Instructor – Various leaders within Every Nation Churches & Ministries.

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Session 1 - Honor God Session 2 - Christ-Centered Session 3 - Spirit-Empowered Session 4 - Socially Responsible Session 5 - Churches and Campus Ministry Session 6 - Every Nation Session 7 - Lordship Session 8 - Evangelism Session 9 - Discipleship Session 10 - Leadership Development Session 11 - Family Session 12 - Culture

Marketplace Ministry Seminar

This one-day seminar gives a theological view of work and speaks practically about how to minister in your everyday context.

Instructor – Dr. Ashley Tauriac

Marketplace Minstry One Day Seminar Handout


AUDIO

Part 1 – Faith at Work

Part 2 – Biblical Understanding of Work

Part 3 – God’s Calling

Part 4 – The Church and the World

Part 5 – Excellence and Anointing